A non-antibody protein that decreases viral replication.
Interferon
This type of medication regimen is used to combat HIV.
Combination therapy
Also known as thrush, this infection can be cause sores and pain for a patient with HIV.
Candidiasis
This is the drug of choice used to treat anaphylaxis.
Epinephrine
This test is utilized to confirm the diagnosis of positive HIV.
Western Blot
The body recognizes its own cells as foreign and attacks them with this condition.
Autoimmune disorders
This is considered the first stage of AIDS.
HIV positive
This type of pneumonia is considered an opportunistic infection of AIDS.
Pneumocystis pneumonia
This medication assists to relieve symptoms of watery eyes and runny nose.
Antihistamine
This test is used to assess hypotension in a patient with chronic fatigue syndrome.
Tilt Table Test
Angioedema occurs during anaphylaxis and the nursing priority intervention is this.
Airway patency
AIDS stands for....
Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome
This cancer is known to be prevalent to a patient with AIDS.
Karposi's Sarcoma
This type of medication thins the mucus so it can easily be cleared from the airway by coughing.
Expectorant
This test is used to detect HIV antibodies and is used as a screening tool for HIV.
ELISA
These cells recognize foreign antigens and stimulate B lymphocyte production.
T4 cells
This type of HIV is more prevalent in the United States and mutates easily.
HIV 1
These occur when patients become immunocompromised while progressing through the stages of AIDS.
Opportunistic infections
This medication is utilized to decrease inflammation.
Corticosteroids
Screening tests for HIV started in this year.
1984
Recieving these provide an acquired immunity to certain diseases.
Vaccines
This type of precaution is utilized for each and every patient.
Standard precautions.
When standard precautions are not followed for every patient, accidental exposure may occur that would include this serious infection.
HIV
This classification of medication assists in opening the airway during bronchoconstriction.
Bronchodilators
This type of diet is a "test" utilized to identify foods that may cause an allergic reaction.
Elimination Diet